Author: Don Redman

This video was shot in 2014 at a gymkhana event known as Top Gun, held at the Montevallo Safety Center. The event was free, and meant to help riders improve their skills. It was quickly apparent that a few riders did not need any improvement, so WHY were they there? It was very obvious that […]

I love the video below because it illustrates well the two extremes of adventure motorcycles and gear. The whole idea of having a perfect bike for adventure is ludicrous, and hopefully after watching, you will agree. From my experience, there so often seems to be a reluctance to ride without proper tools (bike, gear, tents, […]

Since the first time I heard the phrase “Loud pipes save lives” I wondered where someone gathered the data needed to make the claim. After discussing the concept with several of it’s advocates, I quickly realized the concept was a PR/marketing device – designed to persuade normal citizenry that the outrageous behavior had a positive […]

After years of observing attempted sales on Craigslist, I have been able to compile a list of critical considerations to help you quickly sell your used motorcycle on the worlds largest FREE marketplace. So here it is, a TOP TEN List of tips to help exchange your motorcycle for cash. 1. Motorcycles Increase in […]

Is it for real? C’mon, this can’t be for real, unless it is a bunch of old rednecks in a cornfield? Dirt track racing died out in the 70’s did it not? I picture the old-timers drifting sideways on the old Harleys and Triumphs, smacking into those old wooden fences and tumbling into the […]

A few of you might remember I got a ticket July 3rd for “weaving” – No signal, a mile from my house, got it on video, and it was bullshit, I changed lanes 2x in 5 miles, but I wonder what the judge will say? After talking to a few people, it appeared I had […]

A few years back I visited Shelby Springs as part of the Alabama Ghost Town Project, but I never really found much information, or ruins, so I decided to go back and do it right this time. The Shelby Springs Resort existed in 1839. By 1855, a two story hotel was built. During the Civil War, the facilities […]

For quite a few years I have listened to many owners about the conditions they face when making decisions about when and if they ride. I always find it amusing when they talk about percentages and chances of rain, like it is fact, or determined that 30% means you are gonna get wet. Just keep […]

This may be a new concept to you, but for me the road has been speaking to me for a few years. The main thing that I started really paying attention to a few years back is markers. You know, you see them, crosses on the side of the road. Many time they are in […]

So the big goal for this Saturday was to ride, then finish the day at Cricket’s, which may, in my opinion be the best wings in Alabama, and perhaps the southeast. Since the eating part was taken care of, riding was the only real choice – and there looked to be a couple option. Dual sport […]